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Some Americans Are Starting to Feel the Impact of the Government Shutdown
The Trump administration said over 4,000 workers would be laid off. Farmers trying to plan next year’s crops don’t have all the tools they need. Some medical services have been curtailed in Native communities.
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How the Government Shutdown Will Be Felt
The effects of a shutdown tend to unfold in stages. As agencies, departments and federal employees figure out how to weather the storm, Karoun Demirjian, a Times reporter, explains what to know.
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Beheaded and Sent to Watery Graves, Columbus Statues Get New Life
More than 30 monuments to Christopher Columbus were toppled or taken down in 2020. Now some are being restored, and finding new, usually less-public homes.
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Trump’s Shutdown Layoffs Deepen Impasse, Angering Democrats
The president’s move to fire federal workers and his threats to make others go without pay were aimed at pressuring Democrats to cut a deal to reopen the government. The tactics have fueled Democrats’ resolve.
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Not Even Congress Knows How Much Money DOGE Cut
Elon Musk’s team started a behind-the-scenes push for White House control over federal spending that is now an undercurrent of the government shutdown.
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The Science Behind Why Your Brain Loves That Song
Have you ever had a song that you just couldn’t get out of your head? One that you play on repeat, each time feeling a little thrill when the first notes begin? You’re not alone. There’s something about music that reaches deep into our brains, creating an emotional connection that can be as profound as…
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Using a Risk-Mindset Approach to Unlock the Potential of Quantum Computing
At A Glance – As quantum computing sees rapid advances, organisations should recognise the numerous ways it could transform their business. Although the most significant players have been tech companies, quantum computing has captured the attention of business executives, IT professionals, and investors from a range of industries, as they come to terms with the…
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AI-to-AI Negotiation in Patent Prosecution: A Glimpse Into the Future of IP Practice
In the late 1990s and early 2000s, it was commonplace for patent applicants to wait years — sometimes more than three — for a first examination. In recent decades, the examination procedures and tools available to the examining corps have significantly improved these queue times….By: Goodwin
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Time to Wise Up: CMS’ WISeR Model Heralds AI-Driven Approach to Fighting Health Care Fraud
On January 1, 2026, the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) will deploy WISeR, a new enforcement initiative that relies on artificial intelligence to scrutinize Medicare claims….By: Lathrop GPM
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U.S. Space Force Announces Operational Acceptance of ATLAS
The U.S. Space Force achieved a milestone for Space Domain Awareness (SDA) on September 30th by announcing that the Space Force has operationally accepted the Advanced Tracking and Launch Analysis System (ATLAS). ATLAS is a platform for cataloging data and providing event response capabilities for civil, commercial, and Department of Defense purposes. The press release……By:…
